Shrimp Avocado Lettuce Wraps (Print)

Shrimp, avocado, and veggies wrapped in lettuce for a flavorful, light and wholesome meal.

# Components:

→ Seafood

01 - 14 oz medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables & Greens

07 - 1 large head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated and washed
08 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
09 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
10 - 1 small cucumber, julienned
11 - 1 small carrot, julienned
12 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Sauce

14 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (avocado mayonnaise for dairy-free option)
15 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
16 - 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Combine shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl, tossing to coat evenly.
02 - Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, and hot sauce until smooth.
04 - Arrange lettuce leaves on a large serving platter. Fill each leaf with cooked shrimp, diced avocado, sliced red onion, julienned cucumber, julienned carrot, and halved cherry tomatoes.
05 - Drizzle assembled wraps with prepared sauce and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple fresh ingredients you can find at any store
  • Only takes twenty minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner
  • No need to turn on the oven ideal for warm days
02 -
  • High protein and filled with good fats from avocado
  • Naturally gluten free and low carb
  • Easy to adapt to your own taste with different veggies or proteins
03 -
  • Always pat the shrimp dry for the best skillet sear Excess moisture makes them steam instead of sizzle
  • Never skip drying the lettuce leaves fully This is the difference between a crisp wrap and a soggy one When choosing avocados select a slightly soft but not mushy fruit with no sunken spots or bruises

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